Pascale Senellart-Mardon
Artificial atoms and photons at the heart of a second quantum revolution
At the dawn of a second quantum revolution, the concepts of quantum superposition and entanglement can now be exploited in new applications, notably by manipulating artificial atoms and photons.
The last few decades of research in quantum physics have enabled us to demonstrate, and then master, quantum superposition and entanglement. It is now possible to manipulate and entangle photons, atoms and even so-called " artificial atoms ", sculpted with the tools of microelectronics. This unprecedented mastery opens the way to a host of applications, including quantum computing. This book describes the beginnings of this adventure, in which fundamental research and technological innovation are moving forward together. It's a booming field, where technology and aesthetics mingle with extreme scientific ambitions and intense competition.
Senellart-Mardon P., Atomes artificiels et photons au cœur d'une seconde révolution quantique, Paris, Collège de France, coll. " Leçons inaugurales ", no 340, 2026, 72 p.
ISBN : 978-2-7226-0884-9
Price : 12 €
Publication : 16 April 2026
